Biden Aims For Lead Pipe Removal Nationwide New EPA rule mandates replacement of lead pipes within 10 years to boost drinking water safetyPresident Joe Biden unveiled an ambitious plan aimed at ensuring safe drinking water for the nation by setting a 10-year deadline for the replacement of lead pipes across U.S. cities. The president called the continued usage of lead pipes “shameful” and highlighted the need for immediate action. The new rule encompasses increased lead testing requirements and mandates each service provider to maintain a comprehensive inventory of existing lead pipe infrastructure. Milwaukee residents like Deanna Branch, who advocates for the removal of lead pipes, articulate the pressing need for change based on personal experience. Besides Milwaukee, cities nationwide will be compelled to articulate clear strategies for addressing the issue of lead pipes.
